Expert warnings highlight South Africa's inadequate preparation against the risks of drought and flooding posed by El Niño.

The entities involved

• South Africa →

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• El Niño →

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  • El Nino is causing global weather patterns to bring heat and dryness to various regions, testing global food output.Mon 16:37
  • Climate patterns are causing severe rainfall deficits in Negros.Mon 16:36

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• Under the shadow of El Niño and drought, the mid-term budget review was presented, amidst strain from returning citizens from South Africa.Jul 31
• El Niño conditions have led to increased droughts and floods in Africa.Jun 20
• El Niño is increasing climate risks for South African agriculture, leading to expert advice on mitigation.Sep 14
• El Niño is expected to trigger severe drought in Namibia, threatening livelihoods and agriculture in Botswana and South Africa.Jul 27
• El Niño conditions are causing increased risks of droughts and floods in high-risk countries across Africa and Latin America.Jun 20